AUTISM SERVICE MANAGER ROLE IN EDINBURGH & WEST LOTHIAN
Primecare Health Ltd provides high-quality specialist support services for autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities, helping them to live meaningful, independent and inclusive lives within their communities.
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We are now looking for an Autism Service Manager to lead and develop our specialist services across Edinburgh and West Lothian.
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This is a senior leadership role for someone who is passionate about person-centred support, inclusive practice and delivering high-quality services that empower people to live the lives they choose.
The Role
As Autism Service Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, development and quality assurance of designated services, ensuring they operate to the highest standards.
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Working closely with team leaders, support teams, families and partner organisations, you will help shape services that are individualised, inclusive and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes for the people we support.
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You will also play an important role in developing positive partnerships with local authorities, health services and other stakeholders across the sector.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and managing specialist autism and learning disability services
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Supporting and developing team leaders and support teams
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Ensuring services are person-centred and outcome-focused
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Monitoring service quality through audit and quality assurance processes
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Working collaboratively with families, professionals and external partners
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Supporting the development of new and existing services
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Promoting inclusive practice and strong community connections
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Ensuring services operate in line with Care Inspectorate requirements, Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice
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Participating in the on-call management rota
Leadership Responsibilities
This role requires a strong and supportive leadership approach.
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You will:
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Provide line management and supervision to team leaders
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Support staff development through training and learning opportunities
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Encourage a positive culture focused on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
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Work closely with HR and senior management to support effective staffing and employee wellbeing
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Help shape and deliver Primecare Health Ltd’s strategic objectives for service development
What We Are Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced leader who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support services.
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The ideal candidate will have:
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Significant experience working in autism or learning disability services
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Experience managing teams within social care services
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Strong knowledge of Care Inspectorate standards and regulatory frameworks
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Experience supporting person-centred service design and delivery
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Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
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The ability to build strong relationships with families, professionals and partner organisations
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The successful candidate must be eligible to register as a Care Inspectorate Registered Manager.
What We Offer
At Primecare Health, we recognise that strong leadership is key to delivering outstanding services.
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We offer:
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Opportunities to shape and develop specialist services
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Supportive leadership and collaborative working culture
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Pension scheme
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28 days annual leave
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Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support
Hours & Location
Location: Edinburgh & West Lothian
Hours:Full-time / Day, Evening, Weekend, with optional overtime
Pay: £37,000 - £38,500 per year pro rata (depending on experience/qualifications)
At Primecare Health Ltd, we value people who care deeply. We make sure our staff have the time, training and support they need to deliver high-quality, person-centred care - and we recognise the importance of the work they do every day.
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Primecare Health Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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All appointments are subject to appropriate checks, including PVG membership and references, in line with regulatory requirements and best practice.